Join us between sessions today while we chat about kids, books, CrimeCon Vegas, and a few other topics of interest

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

The arrest of architect Rex Heuermann in July 2023 was a shock to the world, but the evidence had been there all along. Today, we investigate the two forces that kept this case cold: systemic victimology and police malpractice. We analyze the profile of the 'successful professional' vs. the 'hidden victims' he targeted, and how the moral judgments of society and law enforcement created a 13-year head start for the killer. Featuring a breakdown of the Burke scandal and the forensic breakthroughs that finally bypassed the corruption, this is a deep dive into the darkest corners of Long Island justice.

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

Let's talk about the latest in the Taylor Franke Paul case. The filings from the attorneys and the kids Guardian Ad Litem are in, and they echo a lot of what we've said so far. Let's talk about the case, the arguments, and whether reactive violence like we've seen in this case is ever justified

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

Moriah 'Mo' Wilson was a rising star in the gravel cycling world, but her life was cut short just days before a major race in Austin, Texas. This episode explores the tragic intersection of talent and jealousy. We break down the complex relationship between Mo, fellow cyclist Colin Strickland, and his girlfriend, Kaitlin Armstrong. We examine the evening of May 11, 2022, and the forensic evidence—from digital tracking to ballistics—that pointed investigators toward a suspect who had already begun to vanish into thin air.

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

In this episode, we take a therapist’s view of the spectrum of self-harm. We dive into the clinical reality of true suicidality—the deep-seated pain and hopelessness that lead to a lethal crisis—and provide resources for stabilization and recovery. However, we don't shy away from the dark side of these threats: coercive control. We discuss how abusers use 'suicidal blackmail' to trap partners in toxic cycles and why calling their bluff with a 911 call is often the most compassionate and protective action you can take. Join us as we unpack the ethics, the empathy, and the boundaries required when a life is on the line.

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

He was a successful Aurora dentist and a father of six, but behind the scenes, James Craig was plotting the unthinkable. This week, we break down the March 2026 guilty verdict in the murder of his wife, Angela Craig. We explore the damning digital evidence that broke the case wide open—from his search history for 'undetectable poisons' to the delivery of potassium cyanide to his dental office. We discuss how a series of spiked protein shakes became the weapon in a calculated plan to start a new life with a woman in Texas, and how a colleague’s suspicion eventually led to his arrest.

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

In this week's mini episode, we examine the changing plea in the case of Rex Heuerman, the alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer. 

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

 Taylor Frankie Paul built a career on the 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,' but her off-screen life has become a complex legal battleground. We break down the timeline of her relationship with Dakota Mortensen, from the infamous chair-throwing incident to the latest 2026 investigation by Utah authorities. We explore the 'Reactive Violence' defense—the idea that a victim may lash out physically after prolonged psychological abuse—and weigh it against the 'Primary Aggressor' markers found in the leaked videos. It’s a deep dive into the messy reality of domestic violence where the hero and villain aren't always easy to spot. 

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

Timberlake, Spears, Taylor Frankie Paul, and so many other celebrities get away with a lot of bad behavior. But what does accountability look like for someone so high profile? Listen as we discuss

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.

 Kouri Richins spent a year on a press tour talking about grief, but a Utah jury just called it murder. This episode goes inside the trial to look at the 'calculated' nature of the crime. Friend of the show and DV trainer Jeanette Barich joins us to discuss the profile of the female primary aggressor, looking at how financial desperation, gaslighting, and digital manipulation served as the precursors to Eric Richins’ death. We analyze the March 2026 verdict and Jeanette shares her professional perspective on how we can better identify and support male victims in high-conflict, female-led domestic abuse situations. 

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Disclaimer: Jeannine and Natalie are commentators on publicly sourced information. Any case information and opinions are based on records in the public domain and are purely speculative in nature. Their comments are not meant to diagnose or treat any condition for listeners, and they are not functioning as licensed therapists providing services on the show. Any information shared based on general client experiences is coincidental and not meant to identify current or past clients. If you or someone you love is having a mental health crisis, please contact 911 or the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.